Lead Firefighter

Full Job Description

If you have experience providing leadership to firefighters performing emergency duties of a specialized and hazardous nature, and are a knowledgeable, talented, and motivated individual, consider joining the Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS).

This position is located in the Division of Fire and Rescue Services, Security and Emergency Response, Office of the Director, Office of Research Services (ORS).

You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) providing emergency response services on incidents involving fires, emergency, basic life support, or hazardous materials.

2) providing guidance on incidents involving chemicals, biological agents, radiological agents, and specialized rescue emergencies.

3) conducting readiness assessments, inspections, tests, and drills of emergency response and hazardous materials operations. 4) providing leadership and direction to other firefighters.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire.

Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time.

Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy.

Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time.

Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

In addition to the previous requirements, you must demonstrate possession of the following selective factor to qualify for the position: Current certification by the State of Maryland or the National Registry as an Emergency Medical Technician.

Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12922322 Major Duties:

If selected for this position as a GS-0081-09, Lead Firefighter your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: The incumbent leads a platoon of nine firefighters (GS-0081-06/07/08) for emergency response activities from instructions given by the Assistant Fire Chief or by instituting Standard Operating Procedures until the arrival of higher-level supervisors.

Under the direction of the Assistant Fire Chief, the incumbent forwards assignments to subordinates to complete their daily tasks.

Ensures constant monitoring of all in-station alarm systems and communication devices during normal sleeping hours. Prepares reports for supervisor(s), as required by the Division.

Provides guidance within the National Incident Management System to the Incident Commander on incidents involving chemicals, biological agents, radiological agents, and specialized rescue emergencies.

Implements the DFRS Emergency Response Plan, selects the right equipment, and completes the right procedures.

Ensures the inspections, testing, and calibration of personal/chemical protective equipment. Leads the staff to ensure compliance with departmental Standard.

Responds to medical emergencies and leads corresponding drills. When necessary, the incumbent drives and operates all the firefighting equipment, including

class "A" fire pumper(s),

ambulance,

aerial tower/quint,

hazardous materials unit,

hazardous materials support unit,

mass decontamination unit,

incident command vehicle, and

support vehicles.